Strong's Lexicon tsechichi: Parched, dry Original Word: צְחִיחִי Word Origin: Derived from the root צָחַח (tsachach), meaning "to be dry" or "to be parched." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "tsechichi," the concept of dryness can be related to Greek terms such as ξηρός (xeros), meaning "dry" or "withered," which appears in contexts like Matthew 12:10, where Jesus heals a man with a withered hand. Usage: The term "tsechichi" is used to describe a state of dryness or parchedness, often in reference to land or conditions that lack moisture. It conveys a sense of barrenness and desolation, typically used in a literal sense to describe arid landscapes or metaphorically to depict spiritual desolation. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near East, the concept of dryness or parchedness was significant due to the region's arid climate. Water was a precious resource, and dry land often symbolized hardship, scarcity, and divine judgment. Conversely, well-watered land was seen as a blessing and a sign of God's favor. The imagery of dryness would resonate deeply with the original audience, who understood the challenges of living in such an environment. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originsee tsachiach. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance higher place From tschiyach; bare spot, i.e. In the glaring sun -- higher place. see HEBREW tschiyach Forms and Transliterations בַּצְּחִיחִ֑ים בצחיחים baṣ·ṣə·ḥî·ḥîm baṣṣəḥîḥîm batztzechiChimLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Nehemiah 4:13 HEB: [בַּצְּחִחִיִּים כ] (בַּצְּחִיחִ֑ים ק) וָֽאַעֲמִ֤יד INT: behind the wall higher place stationed the people 1 Occurrence |
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